Aldi, Lidl, M&S, Sainsbury's among UK supermarkets introducing new £13 ruleFrom April 2026, many supermarket employees across the country will see an increase in their pay packets - here are more detailsView Image A number of supermarkets have increased pay for their employees (Image: Getty Images)Major supermarkets in the UK have confirmed a new £13 pay rule to help staff members with the cost of living. ‌However, several supermarkets are implementing new £13 policies this month, paying their employees more amid ever-increasing costs of living. The Real Living Wage currently stands at £13.45. As a result, several supermarkets have decided to pay workers £13 or more. With these rates, Lidl remains the only supermarket in the UK to pay both the Real Living Wage across the country and the London Living Wage.

Source: Daily Mirror March 16, 2026 23:05 UTC